2019 Nissan Sentra

OverviewThe 2019 Nissan Sentra is an affordable and economical sedan
that comes well equipped at all levels and offers an exciting, racing-inspired
NISMO edition. The six trim levels are S, SV, SR, SR Turbo, SL, and NISMO; standard
equipment includes a rearview monitor, a 7-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth
streaming audio, and Intelligent Auto Headlights. The SV adds Nissan
Intelligent Key with push-button start, a 370Z-inspired steering wheel, and
dual-zone auto climate control. The SR gets 17-inch wheels, heated front seats,
a rear spoiler, and Intelligent Cruise Control; the SR Turbo has the added
power of a turbocharged 188 hp four-cylinder engine. The SL trim packs in a
Bose premium audio system, fog lights, and a power sliding moonroof. At the top
of the line, NISMO is the performance Sentra, with its more aerodynamic body,
sport-tuned suspension, bolstered front seats, trim-specific exterior accents, and
tachometer.

The standard 4-cylinder engine makes 124 hp, and the
turbocharged optional engine makes 188 horses. The S and the NISMO are
available with either a six-speed manual transmission or Xtronic CVT, but the
other four trims come only with the CVT. The EPA rates the fuel economy on the
standard engine at 29 city/37 highway and 27 city/33 highway for the turbo.

Options packages available on certain trims are the All
Weather Package (heated front seats and side mirrors), Special Edition Package
(blind spot monitor, power moonroof, Intelligent Cruise Control, and more), and
Premium Package (highlights: Bose audio system, HomeLink transceiver,
leather-trimmed power seats). Individual accessories that can be added include
a rear spoiler, dual USB charging ports for the backseat, fog lights, and
splash guards.

Safety

The 2019 Sentra is equipped with a good amount of both active
and passive safety technology at all trim levels. It's built with hood buckling
creases and front and rear crumple zones, an energy-absorbing steering column,
steel door beams, and the Nissan Advanced Air Bag System. For preventing
collisions, Vehicle Dynamic Control, traction control, and a rear-view camera
come standard on all trims, while more features, such as a blind spot monitor,
automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise, are either available or
standard on higher trims. An impact sensor, which among other functions alerts
you upon startup if the car has been hit while you were away from it, can be
added as well.

Technology

The NissanConnect multimedia system features a 7-inch
touchscreen and is compatible with Bluetooth, SiriusXM, and both Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto. It has integrated USB ports for charging devices (dual ports
are available for the back row). Advanced Drive-Assist, with its own 5-inch
color display, is available to add hands-free text messaging and calls,
turn-by-turn navigation, and safety alerts.